Hairstyling
6-month haircutting & styling program in West LA - cuts, color, fades & barbering foundations; professional kit included
11961 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025
Rolling enrollment throughout the year with day and evening start dates; contact the college for current cohort dates.
No experience required
Program Philosophy
Elite's hairstyling program focuses on the craft of haircutting, giving students daily hands-on practice in modern cutting, clipper work, fades, layering and styling. Built to create real-world, salon-ready skills for a career in hairstyling or barbering, the program includes an $800+ professional kit and mentorship from experienced instructors, with day and evening tracks and payment plans to make training accessible.
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Beginners focused on haircutting, color & barbering foundations
Day track 9:00am-3:00pm or evening track 5:00-9:00pm; program completed in about 6 months of daily hands-on cutting practice.
Cutting, color, fades & barbering skills, professional kit, salon-ready in 6 months
Cost & Outcomes
Total cost is $9,500, with a professional haircutting kit and tools included. Students typically pay through the in-house payment plan (no interest for six months, then 5% APR), Credee installment financing, EDD/CalJobs/WIOA workforce grant funding for those who qualify, or paying in full.
Who This Program is Built For
This program was specifically designed with these communities in mind. If you see yourself, you belong here.
What Sets This Program Apart
Focused haircutting and styling program with barbering foundations at a BPPE-approved college
Daily hands-on cutting practice (fades, layering, scissor work, styling)
Professional haircutting kit and tools included (valued $800+)
Day (9 am - 3 pm) or evening (5 pm - 9 pm) schedules
Finish in about 6 months
In-house payment plan plus Credee and EDD/WIOA workforce funding for those who qualify
Day in the Life
- Instructor-led cutting and styling demonstration
- Daily hands-on practice on mannequins and models
- Scissor cutting, layering, texturizing and clipper/fade work
- Blow-drying, curling and finishing techniques
- Barbering foundations (line-ups, beard trims); professional kit provided
Founded by Mahnaz Bahaelou, Grand Master PMU artist with 20+ yrs experience who has trained thousands worldwide; master artists have 5+ yrs each; esthetics led by Shunashuy Jimenez (10+ yrs).
Soft and technical skills you'll gain by program completion.
California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology state licensing exam (written and practical) for the applicable Hairstyling/Barbering credential.
Highs & Lows
Developing precision and consistency in cutting and fades, and building speed and confidence on real clients.
Daily hands-on cutting practice, real salon skills, and finishing ready for a hairstyling or barbering career in about 6 months.
Employment Support
Career guidance toward hairstyling and barbering roles
Resume preparation and interview coaching
Connections to salons and barbershops in the Los Angeles area
Use of Elite's facilities to build hands-on experience
Hear From the Program
How It Works
Register online (elitecosmetologycollege.com/choose-course) or call 310-446-7878
Schedule a campus tour or consultation
Choose the day or evening track and complete the enrollment agreement
Set up an in-house payment plan or apply for Credee or EDD/WIOA grant funding if eligible
Receive your professional haircutting kit and begin hands-on classes
Complete the required hours and sit the California state board exam
Frequently Asked Questions
If you can't find what you're looking for, feel free to contact us.Cutting, clipper work and fades, layering, color, blow-drying/styling, and barbering foundations.
About 6 months, with day (9 am - 3 pm) or evening (5 pm - 9 pm) schedules.
Yes, a professional haircutting kit and tools are included.
Yes; the program builds barbering foundations alongside hairstyling.